Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as London.
Each week, there are 29 London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, opt for the 06:45 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:40 with British Airways.
Leave enough time to make your LCY to GLA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
British Airways is your gateway to discovering Glasgow (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With an impressive 84.69% of services arriving on schedule, British Airways has the best on-time record for LCY to GLA flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LCY and GLA:
Dublin Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Right now, 53 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 98 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LCY to GLA by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
Of the departures from London City Airport, 74.57% land on time at their destination.
To reach London City Airport from central London, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LCY:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to the centre of Glasgow has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from London City Airport to Glasgow International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LCY to GLA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another corner of United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are key highlights.